Strawberries

Peru saw a big jump in strawberry exports this year. According to consultancy Fresh Fruit Peru, the country shipped 20,338 tonnes worth US$34m between January and September 2023, an increase in 43 per cent in volume and 26 per cent in value compared to the year-earlier period. read more

It's already time for strawberries in Basilicata. The abnormally mild fall weather has accelerated plant growth and the ripening of the fruits, hastening harvesting operations by two weeks. read more

"Many strawberry plant seedlings are unfortunately lost before they reach the planting out stage, this will help fruit growers reduce waste in the very early stages of plant growth," says Lily Manzoni, Head of R&D at LettUs Grow. read more

New soilless strawberry crops that can be adjusted up to three levels have been completed in Basilicata, Calabria, and Puglia by Combimetal Carrera, the company that designs and manufactures such innovative systems that help workers during operations, FreshPlaza informs. read more

The 2023 strawberry season has been a mixed bag for the various global markets. In the Netherlands, the autumn crop shot up early, causing losses later in the season. This lack of production has pushed up the prices, of which the German market is feeling the effect as they wait for the arrival
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During the war, entrepreneurs from Zaporizhzhia moved to Zakarpattia and opened Ukraine's most technologically advanced berry farm, where they grow strawberries and raspberries in tunnels, as well as raspberries and blueberries in open ground. read more

The first flat of Florida strawberries was harvested in Plant City on Tuesday of this week. “We’ve never started this early,” says Matthew Giddings with Always Fresh Farms. It is a good window as volume from California has slowed down and Mexico is slower to start up. Additionally, imports
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In the first week of November, some companies in Huelva had not yet finished planting strawberries on their farms. "Some nurseries have really delayed the start of the planting this year, in some cases, to mid-October, which is late for us," says Manuel Alfaro, manager of El Pilonar. read more

The Dutch area of covered strawberry cultivation in greenhouses and permanent tunnel greenhouses has almost doubled in 10 years. A steady increase in acreage can also be seen in Flanders. In recent years, Flemish statisticians consistently point to a shift in cultivation from open-air to covered
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In recent weeks, the Dutch soft fruit market has been characterized by strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry price fluctuations. The redcurrant market is far more stable, and blueberry prices, though falling, are still high. Sjraar Hulsman, Business Development Manager at Frankort&Koning,
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The Marsala area is warming up its engines with its top products: strawberries and wild strawberries. Demand in the markets is already very lively, but volumes are still not at the top. Describes to IFN the prospects of the strawberry campaign Antonino Bongiorno - president of the
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Storms Ciaran (November 2-3) and Domingos (November 5-6) have caused significant damage to farms in the French region of Brittany. Gusts of over 160 km/h were recorded on the coast. read more

In November, 2023, Sakata Seed Corporation will start an activity to commercialize F1 seed strawberry varieties suitable for greenhouse cultivation in the near future. read more

New soilless strawberry crops that can be adjusted up to three levels have been completed in Basilicata, Calabria, and Puglia by Combimetal Carrera, the company that designs and manufactures such innovative systems that help workers during operations. read more

Japanese strawberry varieties are highly appreciated internationally for their delicious taste. However, they are quite soft, which poses problems in storage and transportation. They can also affected by diseases, which vary from region to region. read more

Japanese strawberry varieties are highly appreciated internationally for their delicious taste. However, they are quite soft, which poses problems in storage and transportation. They can also affected by diseases, which vary from region to region. read more

New research from the University of Cincinnati found that daily strawberry consumption could help reduce the risk of dementia for certain middle-aged populations. In 2022, UC’s Robert Krikorian, PhD, and his team published research that found adding blueberries to the daily diets of certain
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With the Egyptian strawberry campaign fast approaching, growers are gearing up in high spirits, while expecting a few complications. Abdullah ElRehiewy, CEO of Royal Foods, gives a behind-the-scenes account of the pre-campaign. read more

In November 2023, Sakata Seed Corporation will start an activity to commercialise F1 seed strawberry varieties suitable for greenhouse breeding in the near future. read more

Kamarere presents a new format for its fruit powders, the fruit seasonings. An innovative and very interesting format at a culinary level, which allows you to enjoy fruit powder in a simple and very creative way. read more